In many cases, poetry can also help scholars learn more about various periods of history and what the people who lived in those times felt and understood the world around them. The poetry of a particular culture is important when it comes to understanding that culture’s history and values. In some cases, poetry can help build community among people, both through mutual self-expression and through people sharing poetry that they love with others. In many cases, poetry can also help scholars learn more about various periods of history and what the people who lived in those times felt and understood the world around them.